Glucosamine, which is naturally synthesised within the body but rarely found in natural food sources, provides raw material for the building blocks of cartilage tissue around joints. When there is excess wear, more raw material is needed for the joints and surrounding structures in our bodies.

Cytoplan sublingual Hydroxo B12 is at a higher potency of 1mg (1,000µg) per tablet. It is ideal to start supplementation with if one has both a folate and vitamin B12 deficiency, in order to prevent permanent damage to the central nervous system.

'Food State Niacin is beneficially combined in a food base of inactive Lactobacillus bulgaricus. Niacin contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and for maintenance of normal mucous membranes and skin.

Food State Pantothenic Acid (vitamin B5) is beneficially combined in a food base of inactive Lactobacillus bulgaricus in which it naturally occurs. It helps maintain a healthy digestive tract and can improve the body''s ability to withstand stressful conditions.

Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate is the metabolically active form of vitamin B6 - vital for physical activity due to its involvement in the energy cycle by activating the release of glycogen from the liver and muscle. Similarly Vitamin B6 plays an important role in the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

1000mg of Ascorbic Acid per capsule plus 50mg of Bioflavonoids. Vitamin C is best absorbed in the presence of bioflavonoids as most bioflavonoids are citrus-derived. Please note: this is not a Food State item.

Food State Vitamin C is beneficially combined in citrus pulp from whole, organic, small oranges. It comes complete with naturally occurring bioflavonoids, including the sought after antioxidant tangeritin (one flavonoid that has been found to cross the blood-brain barrier). Food State Vitamin C is very low acid, and well tolerated by all, even those with citrus sensitivities.